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Underinsuring homes could leave owners out of pocket

Underinsuring your home might be one of the biggest and costliest mistakes someone could make, according to the RACV. The worst time to find out...

Thousands of tradies secure certification

More than 20,000 carpenters, electricians and plumbers from across the state have received their Trade Papers since 2019. Skills and TAFE minister Gayle Tierney welcomed...

Just three words can be a life saving tool

Ambulance Victoria (AV) paramedics are calling on the Victorian community to make use of what3words via the Emergency Plus app, describing it as a...

Work waste disposal warning

As employees head back to their workplaces after the summer holidays, many will choose to start the new year by clearing out old equipment. The...

Let’s talk about intimacy pain

Alex Lopes is a pelvic health physiotherapist, the director of Pelvic Health Melbourne in Altona North, and past national chair of the Australian Physiotherapy...

Cry for holiday help

When Sydenham mum Sarah Caruana* scans the calendar in January, the row listing the dates at the end of the holiday-filled month always catches...

Long-serving MP remembered

One of the north-west’s longest serving members of parliament, Bob Sercombe, has died aged 75 after a lengthy battle with vascular dementia. Mr Sercombe served...

Micic’s Aussie run

Caroline Springs’ Elena Micic grew up wanting to spend her Januarys’ on the courts at Melbourne Park. Having started playing tennis at age three, making...

Jamar joins Keilor Park

Keilor Park has added some much needed experience with the signing of a former AFL big man for the Essendon District Football League division...

Seagulls, Cats win thrillers

Williamstown and Hoppers Crossing both won thrillers in the opening round of the Victorian Sub-District Cricket Association T20 competition. The Seagulls snuck home by one...

Lions lose thriller

It wasn’t the start to 2025 that Taylors Lakes was hoping for as it went down in a thriller to Oakleigh in the Victorian...

Eagles continue where they left off

The Sunshine Eagles know they now have their destiny in their own hands in the Baseball Victoria summer league premier 1st nine competition. The Eagles...

Lions still to fire

The best is still to come for Deer Park in the Victorian Turf Cricket Association senior division this season. The Lions sit second after the...

Discover your next adventure

Geelong Travel’s highly anticipated Travel and World Cruise Expo returns to the city on Sunday, February 2, at GMHBA Stadium. The annual event promises to...

Treat hospitality staff with respect

Summer can be a great time for dining out, but it can be a hetic and difficult time for those working in kitchens and...

Spruce up your outdoor living areas

As we enter summer, you may notice that your outdoor area is looking a little worse for wear. Perhaps the deck is a bit...

Local young entrepreneur on the rise

At just 15 years old, Quinn has launched an innovative local enterprise, Quinntessential Oddities. Quinnisodd.com is an online store featuring quirky fidget toys, 3D-printed goods...

Nurse Next Door: compassionate care for seniors and NDIS clients

Nurse Next Door is proud to bring professional and compassionate care to Melbourne’s western suburbs, supporting clients with disabilities and seniors with personalised home...

Deer Park IGA evolves with new additions and expansions

Since Hitesh Palta and his family took over Deer Park IGA in November 2020, they have been dedicated to continuously improving and expanding the...

Antenatal care without the stigma

Finding the right place to give birth and be comfortable is something that is near the top of an expecting mother’s lists. The hospital needs...

Pelvic pain and what to do about it

Alex Lopes is a pelvic health physiotherapist, the director of Pelvic Health Melbourne in Altona North, and past national chair of the Australian Physiotherapy...

Understanding Your Fertility: Expert advice to help you have a baby

Becoming a parent is a cherished dream for many and the moment you finally hold your baby in your arms is truly unforgettable. I’ve been...

Conversations are key this White Ribbon Month

As White Ribbon Month gets under way, the organisation is working harder than ever to prevent violence against women by engaging men and boys...

Abortion care at Northern Health

For the past six years, the abortion service at Broadmeadows Hospital has been providing an essential service to the community. The service offers both...

Taskforce to strengthen maternity care

A taskforce will be set up to help improve maternity services across Victoria. Health Minister Mary-Anne Thomas said the taskforce would focus on ensuring hospitals...

Lunar festival roars into Sunshine

The Sunshine Lunar New Year Festival is expected to be a roaring multicultural celebration of fresh beginnings when it gets underway on January 26....

Free activities this Summer

The state announced a series of free family events across Victoria this summer, offering wildlife interactions, gallery exhibitions, and outdoor experiences. Entry to the Melbourne...

Hobsons Bay’s Billy brothers

Hobson's Bay brothers, Sebastian, 12, and Luka Serro, 10, are set to take audiences by storm in the regional Victorian premiere of the musical...

Froot-ful platform launched

A Brimbank resident has created a fruitful platform to bring together fresh homegrown produce and interested buyers, ensuring sellers and customers are only a...

Community Calendar

Lunar New Year Event Celebrate Lunar New Year at Sunshine Plaza on January 21 with a free event. Take part in lantern painting from 10...

Avoid suntanning this summer

Cancer Council is reminding Australians, including those in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay, to avoid suntanning and other poor sun protection behaviours. This January marks the...

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Let’s talk about intimacy pain

Alex Lopes is a pelvic health physiotherapist, the director of Pelvic Health Melbourne in Altona North, and past national chair of the Australian Physiotherapy...